Thanksgiving DIY: Acorn Garland Perfect For Family Crafting

Last Friday, we showed you how to throw a fun and easy craft party, and this week we’re back with a tutorial for the acorn garland we made that night. This acorn garland is perfect for Thanksgiving decorating, and so simple you can even make them with your children.

Supplies Needed:

Acorns and caps, separated. Acorns should be baked in a 200 degree oven for three to four hours so they are sterile.

Bakers twine

Paint and painbrushes

Glue gun and glue sticks

Paper for covering your table

Here’s how to do it . . .

First, select acorns and caps that match. (For instance, a large acorn should be matched with a large cap.)

Paint your acorns, one side at a time, until they are dry and can be flipped. It may take a few coats of paint, especially if you’re using metallic paints.

After your acorns are dry, add a generous dot of glue into the inside of the cap.

Thread the bakers twine between the cap and acorn, and press down firmly until all three pieces are secure.

Repeat until you have reached your desired length.

Hang and enjoy!

We suggest trying them hung over your fireplace or framing doorways.

Another idea? Use one acorn and bakers twine to tie together a napkin for a Thanksgiving placesetting.

Do you have any Thanksgiving crafts planned? Share your ideas in the comments!